What is the test for a trial judge's personal opinion as to the truth or falsity of evidence?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Corrigan, 310 P.2d 953, 48 Cal.2d 551 (Cal. 1957):
'* * * 'A trial judge is rigorously prohibited from actions or words having the effect of conveying to the jury his personal opinion as to the truth or falsity of any evidence. This rule should be strictly adhered to.' People v. O'Donnell, 11 Cal.2d 666, 81 P.2d 939, 942. * * *
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